Melvin Charles Coulter

Melvin Charles Coulter

Melvin C. Coulter, 74, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, Jan. 20.

On March 28, 1944, Melvin was born to the late William Brown Coulter and Tempi Elizabeth Herdon Coulter in Jones County. He was a graduate of Jones County High School in Gray. Melvin enlisted into the United States Air Force after high school and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. After his military career, Melvin worked civil service at Robins Air Force Base as an aircraft functional test mechanic and was the “Snowman” at his local SnoHut until his retirement. Mature in his faith, he was a member of Byron Baptist Church. Melvin was a devoted husband, wonderful father, loving grandfather and a giving friend. His favorite pastimes included hunting, being outdoors, raising cows, talking with people, traveling, and most of all spending time with his family and friends whom he loved dearly.

In addition to his parents, Melvin was preceded in death by his brothers, Lester Coulter, Randy Coulter, Leonard Coulter, W.T. Coulter, Raymond Coulter, Vernon Coulter, and Jack Coulter.